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Lawmakers Push for Congressional Inquiry into Deaths of Ateneo Basketball Players

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June 10, 2026 · 1:35 PM
Lawmakers Push for Congressional Inquiry into Deaths of Ateneo Basketball Players

The House of Representatives is being urged to launch an investigation into the untimely deaths of two Ateneo de Manila University basketball players, with a lawmaker filing a resolution seeking to determine the circumstances and prevent similar tragedies.

The resolution, filed by [Representative Name], calls on the House committee on higher and technical education to conduct an inquiry, in aid of legislation, into the deaths of [Player 1 Name] and [Player 2 Name]. The two athletes died [mention brief circumstances, e.g., "in separate incidents last month" or "under unclear circumstances"].

"We owe it to the families and to the entire academic community to shed light on these deaths," the lawmaker said. "The inquiry will look into possible lapses in health protocols, training regimens, or other factors that may have contributed."

Ateneo, one of the country's premier universities, has expressed full cooperation with any investigation. University officials have declined further comment pending the review.

The resolution has been referred to the committee for deliberation.